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Rachael Woods

LCSW

Rachael Woods , LCSW

Therapist in Alaska

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About Rachael

Rachael Woods is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Alaska with 20 years of experience. She has worked with clients across the lifespan and has focused her practice on helping people move through trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, substance use, self-injury, and thoughts of suicide.

Her approach centers on listening fully and without judgment, helping clients clarify their needs and discover the answers they already carry. Rachael leans toward client-centered therapy and has had notable success using Motivational Interviewing techniques to support change. Over two decades she has developed a broad therapeutic toolbox and adapts methods to suit the needs of each individual she works with.

Rachael regards the decision to seek counseling as an important step and considers it an honor to accompany people during challenging chapters of life. Her style emphasizes collaboration, practical strategies, and respect for each person s unique journey.

Approaches That Guide Online Care

Rachael commonly uses client-centered therapy and Motivational Interviewing, and she also incorporates EMDR when appropriate. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where the client s own goals and values guide progress - it is helpful for building self-understanding and addressing mood and relationship concerns. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that helps people resolve ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change, particularly useful for addictions and lifestyle shifts. EMDR is a structured approach used to process distressing memories and reduce the lasting impact of trauma.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work together. Rachael and each client assess needs, goals, and preferences and choose methods that fit the person s situation, adjusting over time as progress is made. This collaborative process helps ensure interventions align with what the client finds most helpful.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it possible to maintain continuity of care across schedules and locations and to select the format that best supports engagement and convenience. Licensed professionals can use these modalities to deliver consistent, effective support while tailoring sessions to the client s preferences.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Rachael Woods have?

Rachael Woods has 24 years of experience.

Is Rachael Woods a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her Alaska license details are AK LCSW CSWS1114.

In which languages does Rachael Woods provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Rachael Woods located?

She is located in Alaska.

How can I work with Rachael Woods as my therapist?

Clients can work with Rachael through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Rachael Woods work with international clients?

Rachael Woods does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Rachael Woods cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as a client s location and the therapist s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match the client with the therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersDepression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

24+ years

Licensed

Alaska

Languages

English, Spanish

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